It’s an old saying within the medical industry, but it’s never been truer; prevention is better than treatment and the same goes for your car, truck, motorcycle or boat. Preventative vehicle maintenance is key.
So what are some of the things you can do to help prevent annoying and costly repairs to your car? Novus Auto Glass Mitcham have devised a quick checklist for you.
1. Read the owners manual, it sounds simple but by doing so will help you troubleshoot and possibly fix minor issues that could progressively get worse over a period of time and cost you some serious money.
2. Give your car a self-inspection, look for things such as oil leaks, then check your oil and other fluid levels. Changing the oil filter regularly. Also check the pressure of your tyres and be sure to check your breaks for any wear that might be damaging your vehicle.
3. Check your windscreen wipers, this is often overlooked but by regularly checking that your windscreen wipers are up to scratch will aid long term visibility and avoid potential windscreen repair or replacement costs in the long run.
4. Be sure to have your tyres rotated and balance on a regular basis, this will help avoid irregular wear patterns which can lead to loss of grip and lead to accidents.
5. Learn how to check your spark plugs, look for things such as wear or a build up of oil around the spark plug, potentially saving you some engine problems.
6. Replacing your engines air filter will help you car run at its best. By following the instructions in the owner’s manual, even someone with no car knowledge will be able to do it.
We hope these tips help you on the road to a healthy vehicle. The team at Novus Auto Glass Mitcham can help you with all of your windscreen repairs and replacement needs. Contact us today and one of our qualified technicians will discuss your needs and get the job done right, the first time, every time.